April 2026 News Archive
UNO Academic Advising Council Names Rachael Brich Advisor of the Month
April 24, 2026Brich was nominated by her peers for her dedication to student success.
Title II Deadline Extension Update
April 23, 2026The U.S. Department of Justice has announced a one-year extension for compliance with Title II digital accessibility standards.
Report: Omaha Ranked #2 Best Large City for Recent College Grads to Live
April 23, 2026UNO is helping Omaha thrive, leading to a ranking above cities like Boston, Dallas, Chicago, and San Diego.
UNO Launches Maverick Flex Path, Expanding Flexible, Workforce-Aligned Graduate Education
April 22, 2026UNO introduces a competency-based model that enables graduate learners to progress through demonstrated mastery of workforce-aligned competencies.
ABC News’ Juju Chang Shares Story of Persistence and Adversity with UNO Students, Omaha Community
April 22, 2026Chang toured UNO and spoke with students and the community as part of the CFAM Spotlight and Sieu Mei Tu lecture series.
Watch “Built Here: Inside Omaha Baseball” Part 4: “Opening Day”
April 20, 2026Relive the pressure and excitement of the Omaha Baseball home opener in the fourth installment of the five-part mini documentary series “Built Here: Inside Omaha Baseball.”
Aditi Rai Sworn in as UNO Student Body President, Student Regent
April 20, 2026Lilly Broady and Moses Rhodes will serve as the Vice President and Chief of Staff, respectively.
Grubhub Pickup Ordering Now Available on Dodge Campus — Plus New Culinary Corner Menu Options
April 19, 2026Students, faculty, and staff now have a faster, more convenient way to grab meals on campus with the launch of Grubhub mobile pickup ordering at the Milo Bail Student Center on Dodge Campus.
UNO’s Curling Club Competes at its First National Championship Tournament
April 17, 2026The team reached the quarterfinals just three years after the team's founding.
Melanie Bloom Named Interim CFAM Dean
April 16, 2026Academic Affairs announced three additional appointments meant to guide the College of Communication, Fine Arts and Media during a period of transition.
2026 U.S. News Report Lists 10 UNO Grad Programs Among Best in the Nation
April 15, 2026Three programs were listed in the top 100 for the second year in a row.
2026 UNO Dance Marathon Smashes Previous Fundraising Record, Raising $85K
April 15, 2026Since 2015, the Maverick community has raised more than $500,000.
Meet Your Newly Elected SAC Representatives
April 13, 2026The Staff Advisory Council (SAC) has officially welcomed 12 new members for the 2026–2029 term. These elected representatives will help serve as key voices for UNO staff across campus.
Clayton Lab Lets Students Conduct Gutsy Research
April 10, 2026Inside the Clayton Lab, researchers are expanding our knowledge of how the gut microbiome works. This work includes undergraduate students who conduct experiments and gain experience in science and medicine.
Maverick Store Launches New Adoption and Insights Portal for Course Materials
April 09, 2026The portal serves as a centralized platform where faculty and department administrators can research, adopt, and review insights on textbooks and course resources.
Inaugural Catalyst Conversation Sparks Bold Ideas for UNO’s Future
April 08, 2026A panel of national higher education experts discussed how UNO can deliver faster, more impactful pathways from classroom to career.
Watch “Built Here: Inside Omaha Baseball” Part 3: “Brotherhood”
April 07, 2026For the third installment of the five-part mini documentary series “Built Here: Inside Omaha Baseball,” shows how brotherhood has established a foundation for team success.
Snapshots: The 2026 Chuck Hagel Forum in Global Leadership
April 03, 2026Former U.S. Director of National Intelligence Avril Haines and former U.S. Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel discussed Iran, public service, and courage in leadership at the eighth annual forum.